Lasith R Witharana’s poetry collection Sadness to Joy contains emotional catharsis and health problems, finding resilience through friendship, love and ultimately joy.

“He shared more of his incredibly moving story, and the sources of the perseverance and positivity that inspire him and his passion for poetry -- his connections to family, the Sri Lankan and Sinhalese communities, many caring and dedicated medical staff, and his deep Buddhist faith – that shore up his belief in his inner strength to rise above adversity.
Read these poems, as I have, and celebrate the power of meant-to-be connections, of resilience and redemption. Be encouraged, be enlightened, be inspired.”
- Brenda Gunn
Lasith Roshantha Witharana was born in Birmingham, United Kingdom on January 10th, 1980, while my parents were born in Sri Lanka. My family immigrated to Canada in 1982, and I have been a proud Edmontonian for 42 years.
My writings are about politics, religion, love, and mental well-being. My hobbies include sports, karaoke, eating out, and movies of all genres.